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As - Galba and Livia DIVA AVGVSTA S C
Bronze | 11.7 g | - |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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Emperor | Galba (Servius Sulpicius Galba) (68-69) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 68-69 |
Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 11.7 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#244817 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Livia, draped, standing left, holding patera in right and sceptre in left
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIVA AVGVSTA S C
Translation:
Diva Augusta, Senatus Consultum
The divine empress (Augusta). Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 10.57–12.83 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Livia, the wife of Emperor Galba, who was known for her beauty and political influence. She was given the title of "DIVA AVGVSTA" (Divine Augusta) during her lifetime, which was a rare honor for a Roman empress. This coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in the Roman Empire, and it is believed that the image of Livia was included on the coin as a way to promote her as a symbol of stability and continuity in the empire.